Past Events

Second Annual Film Feast- Cinema Arts Centre

423 Park Ave. Huntington, NY 11743 11743 Sunday,Mar 29 at 6:30pm

An evening highlight­ing our local food, the people who produce it, and the difference it can make. Each of eight short films will be paired with the food featured in the film, prepared by iEat Green and Slow Food North Shore, along with a guest speaker, providing a local, seasonal and informative feast.

For more information, please call 631.423.7611

Fairfield County CelloFest- Talent Education Suzuki School

112 Main Street Norwalk, CT 06851 Saturday,Mar 28

The Fairfield County CelloFest is thrilled to welcome Guest Artist Jonathan Spitz, Principal Cello of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra and Co-Artistic Director of the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra.

PARTY TO BENEFIT IMMIGRANT KIDS

Saturday,Mar 28

Neighbors In Support of Immigrants and Centro Corazon de Maria

March 28th, 7-10 PM

St Rosalie’s Community Center,31 E. Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays, NY

The two groups will host a party to celebrate the rich cultural tapestry on the East End. There’ll be dancing, food, raffles and more. This is a fundraiser with a goal to help send low income children to Red Creek Summer Camp.

Friday Night Folk At All Souls

19 Jay Street, New London, CT Friday,Mar 27 at 7pm

Vance Gilbert burst onto the singer/songwriter scene in the early 1990’s when the buzz spread through the folk clubs of the Northeast about an ex-multicultural arts teacher who was knocking them dead at open mikes. Word of the Philadelphia-area bred performer quickly spread to New York City. Then Shawn Colvin invited Gilbert to be a special guest on her 1992 Fat City national tour. Gilbert took audiences across the country by storm.

Born and raised in Willingboro, N.J., Gilbert moved to Connecticut to attend Connecticut College, relocating to Boston after graduating in 1979. Before he began performing his own songs in concert, Gilbert worked in cocktail lounges, performing a wide repertoire of songs that ranged from Gershwin to Top 40, Stevie Wonder, and Earth, Wind and Fire. After the lounge work dried up, Gilbert began teaching in Boston-area public schools. Gilbert is not a middle-of-the-road folk singer. His diverse set of influences includes Kenny Rankin, Roberta Flack, Carmen McRae, George Benson and Stevie Wonder. His voice has been compared to everyone from Al Jarreau to Bill Withers and Donny Hathaway.

For more information please call 860-443-0316

Jacqueline Schwab Solo Concert- Benner’s Farm

Pianist Jacqueline Schwab creates meditative arrangements on traditional and vintage tunes from America, England, Scotland and beyond, and she spins out stories in her variations on the themes. Best known for her sound track performances on Ken Burns’ documentaries and her improvisatory playing with the English dance band Bare Necessities, she enjoys performing solo and duo concerts, creating sound track music, playing for dances, and teaching.

For more information, please call 631.473.5220

Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) Dr. Wayne Hsiung at Yale

Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) co-founder Wayne Hsiung was once a corporate attorney and a Northwestern law professor, specializing in law and economics. But on spare weekends and evenings, he was also doing something none of his colleagues could have imagined: sneaking into animal farms with a camera in the dead of night, and rescuing animals from nightmarish abuse.

In this talk, Hsiung will:

– discuss the findings of a recent open rescue exposing shocking cruelty at a “humane” Whole Foods farm;
– explain the importance of open rescue to both the history and future of animal advocacy; and
– show how DxE’s campaigns have provoked public consciousness (including coverage in The New York Times and CNN), inspired nonviolent direct action in over 95 cities and 20 countries, and saved the lives of individual animals such as Mei Hua.

The presentation will include a viewing of a 17 minute documentary short, “Truth Matters; It’s not Food. It’s Violence.”, which was described by food writer James McWilliams as “perhaps the most strategically incisive undercover strike ever in the age of ‘humane’ animal products.” It will conclude with a short Q&A.

Whether you are newly exposed to the hidden reality of animal agriculture, a proponent of civil liberties concerned about so-called “ag-gag” laws and the Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act, or a veteran activist looking to join DxE’s newly-announced Open Rescue Network, this talk will have something for you

Singer Songwriter Concert- Good News Cafe

Randy started out in rock bands in the seventies where he heard Lui Collins playing Julie Snow’s music for the first time. This, along with James Taylor and Joni Mitchell, got him playing folk music for many years, and eventually, he ended up a classical guitarist. And, after a twenty five year break to pursue a new career, he’s back to performing again and is currently working on his first CD.

For more information, please call 203-266-4622

Back to the Bronx – Greenburgh Public Library

Steve Samtur, editor and publisher of Back In The Bronx magazine and author of four books on The Bronx– brings his PowerPoint presentation about The Bronx in this 90-minute “The Bronx The Way It Was” seminar (which includes over 450 magnificent pictures and video clips from The Bronx during the 1940s, 50s, and 60s).

For more information, please call 914-721-8200

Isotope Stompers Dixieland Jazz Band- Connetquot Public Library

760 Ocean Avenue Bohemia, NY 11716 Sunday,Mar 15 at 2pm to 3:30pm

Welcome spring with the high energy and drive of the Isotope Stompers. Enjoy their toe-tapping renditions of the best of Dixieland jazz music.

For more information please call 631-567-5079

Play- The Lyons

Friday,Feb 20 to Saturday,Mar 14

TheatreWorks New Milford will open its’ 2015 with Nicky Silver’s scathing comedy-drama, THE LYONS. The story revolves around a family in conflict as they try to come to terms with the imminent death of the patriarch. Each of THE LYONS eventually take their first tentative steps toward making a new human connection in this intense and comedic tale.

THE LYONS runs February 20,21 27,28 March 6,7,8 13,14. Curtain time is 8pm Fridays & Saturdays, with a 2pm Sunday matinee on March 8. Tickets are $23 for reserved seating. Students and Military personnel with ID, $18.

Reservations can be made online at THEATREWORKS.US or by calling (860) 350-6863.

TheatreWorks is located on 5 Brookside Ave. , just off Route 202, New Milford , CT.

The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare- The Brookfield Theatre For The Arts

184 Whisconier Road Brookfield, CT 06804 Saturday,Mar 14 at 8pm

All 37 Plays in 97 Minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) was London’s longest-running comedy having clocked nine years in London’s West End at the Criterion Theatre.

Waterbury resident Andrew Armstrong returns to the Main Stage for Beethoven’s epic Emperor Concerto. Yale University School of Music Faculty member Thomas C. Duffy will premiere a New Commission for “Side by Side” Orchestra and will feature the young talent of over 25 string students from the Inter-District Strings Project.

Live on the Vine Long Island Winterfest – Nightingale Jazz Band

Nightingale Jazz Band is a NYC-based group that embodies the golden age of jazz music and the American Songbook. Drawing from the immense history of jazz’s past, the group harks back to the vibrancy and intimacy of speakeasies, old Hollywood scores, and classic jazz.

For more information please call 631-765-0200

Classical Violinist David Podles- Weston Public Library

International concert violinist David Podles commemorates the magnificent composers from centuries past. Travel through musical epochs with the violin and piano accompaniment evoking the rapture that classical music can create and celebrating the brilliantly crafted compositions.

For more information please call 203.291.4800

Jeff Fuller & Friends- Pizzeria Lauretano

291 Greenwood Avenue, Bethel, CT Sunday,Mar 8 at 6pm-8pm

Bass virtuoso Jeff Fuller celebrates the music from his first jazz CD of all-original compositions, The Call From Within. He brings along Darren Litzie on piano and Ben Bilello on drums, two bright young figures in the Connecticut jazz scene. Fuller’s new album features jazz arrangements in a variety of styles, ranging from swing to bop to Brazilian. An integral part of the regional jazz scene, Jeff Fuller has toured worldwide and recorded with saxophonists Lou Donaldson and Paquito D’Rivera. He has played with such jazz masters as Dizzy Gillespie, Mose Allison, “Papa” Jo Jones, Gerry Mulligan, and Clark Terry. His strong Latin credits include Brazilian trio Sambeleza, salsa group Irazú, and work with Latin greats Paquito D’Rivera’s New York/Havana Quintet, the Hilton Ruiz Quintet, Daniel Ponce’s Jazzbatá and Orlando “Puntilla” Rios’ Nueva Generación.

Wynonna and Friends: Story & Song – Ridgefield Playhouse

80 East Ridge Ridgefield, CT 06877 Friday,Mar 6 at 8 PM

Experience the timeless tales of her unparalleled artistry as Wynonna Judd takes you on the journey of her 30 year career. Hear the stories that inspired her to record the songs, create the tours and make recording history while inspiring countless friends along the way. Joined by her 3-piece band including her husband, producer and artist Cactus Moser, they will take you inside the hits and history of this iconic artist.

Uriah Heep- Ridgefield Playhouse

80 East Ridge Ridgefield, CT 06877 Sunday,Mar 1 at 8 PM

With Special Guest AWAKEN

The British Rock band returns with their classic rock hits “Look At Yourself,” “Gypsy,” “Bird of Prey,” “Easy Livin’” and many more. Original member and lead guitarist Mick Box still helms the band along with keyboardist Phil Lanzon, vocalist Bernie Shaw, drummer Russell Gilbrook and bassist Davey Rimmer.

Music for the World Concert- Maryknoll Sisters Center

Hudson Valley Symphonic Wind Ensemble will perform a benefit concert for Maryknoll Sisters and their work with the poor around the world. Under the direction of James D. Wayne, the Ensemble will perform Charles Ives’ Variations on America, Howard Hanson’s Laude, and Alfred Reed’s Serenade, among other selections.

For more information, please call 914-941-7575

Winter Jazz Brunch Series- Wainwright House

260 Stuyvesant Avenue, Rye, New York 10580 Sunday,Mar 1 at 11:30am

Mark Morganelli, who has presented shows at most of the metropolitan region’s major concert halls, will bring his sound, trumpet and trio to Wainwright for his next stop.

For more information, please call 914-967-6080.

1776: A New Musical- Bayway Arts Center

265 East Main Street East Islip, NY 11730 Saturday,Feb 28 at 8pm

Musical by Sherman Edwards and Peter Stone

The seminal event in American history blazes to vivid life in this most unconventional of Broadway hits. 1776 puts a human face on the pages of history as we see the men behind the national icons determined to do the right thing for a fledgling nation.

For more information please call 631-581-2700

BlackRock Rocks 10th Annual Fundraiser

In the heart of Black Rock, CT Saturday,Feb 28 at 1:00 PM - 2:00 AM

BlackRock Rocks 10th Annual Party with a Purpose benefiting Neighborhood Studios. The event features several venues in the heart of Black Rock. The Acoustic, Tautog Tavern, Fire Engine Pizza Co. and B.R.Y.A.C. will offer live music and fun activities, as well as food and drink for purchase.

BlackRock Rocks is proud to announce this year’s beneficiary, Neighborhood Studios of Fairfield County. Since 1977 Neighborhood Studios has been offering arts enrichment programs to thousands of students in the Greater Bridgeport area. Their goal is to help students find lifelong success through arts education programming. In 2013-2014, Neighborhood Studios met the needs of over 1500 individuals, particularly special needs students, at-risk youth, and the artistically gifted.

The fundraiser will feature New Orleans-inspired dishes and drink specials, and will offer a face-painter, raffle prizes, and much more. Doors open at 1:00 PM, and close at 2:00 AM. Families are encouraged to attend, and children are welcome with adult supervision until 8:00 PM. Tickets grant admission to all four venues, and will cost $25 for adults, $5 for young adults (ages 12-20), and will be free for children under 12. Playing this all-day, all-night party are popular local and regional performers, including: Jen Durkin & the Business, On the Spot Trio (w/members of Alan Evans’ Playonbrother and Turkuaz), Sophistafunk, Primate Fiasco, Funky Dawgz Brass Band featuring Pete Francis of Dispatch, School of Rock House Band, Renard Boissiere & Nardy Boy, Wyllys, Cocktail Party Phenomenon, Darian Cunning Band, Banooba, Water Seed, The Hornitz, SOLARiS, Symphonic Bodega, Gang of Thieves, Graylight Campfire, MidAtlantic Title, Pocket Hotties, Band of Druthers, Black Rock Social,
and many others.

Frank Sinatra: A Man And His Music- Cinzano’s Restaurant

1920 Black Rock Tpke. Fairfield, CT 06824 Friday,Feb 27 at 7:00 PM

Singer/Performer Michael Patrick Dominick takes on the iconic role of Ol’ Blue Eyes Himself, Frank Sinatra, in his newest one-man show, Frank Sinatra: A Man And His Music. This one-act musical production explores the life and journey of Frank Sinatra’s entertainment career, narrated by Sinatra himself as he looks back on some of his most memorable recordings and performances.

For more information, please call 215.272.5032

Rick Springfield- Ridgefield Playhouse

80 East Ridge Ridgefield, CT 06877 Thursday,Feb 26 at 8 PM

Rick Springfield known for his hits, including Don’t Talk to Strangers, An Affair of the Heart, I’ve Done Everything for You, Love Somebody and Human Touch as well as “Jessie’s Girl,”. Rick Springfield is showing no signs of slowing down.

Film- She’s Beautiful When She’s Angry

Last year’s noted film about the birth of the modern women’s liberation movement– a period of time that changed history forever. The Village Voice called it “One Of The Year’s Best Films!”

This timely documentary looks at the women’s rights movement of the 1960s and early 1970s—how it came together, who the major founders were, how the various factions and protests operated, how they achieved some of their victories, and how the landscape for women’s rights looks today.

A conversation with representatives of The Danbury Women’s Center follows the film.

Beth Hart- Ridgefield Playhouse

80 East Ridge Ridgefield, CT 06877 Tuesday,Feb 24 at 8 PM

With Special Guest Matt Andersen

Discover the story of Beth Hart, one of extreme highs and extreme lows. Beth’s rollercoaster story: in the late 90s, she was on the cusp of a promising music career, signed to a major U.S. label, national television bookings, hit singles, and great press, but her career careened off the tracks at its peak due to her drug and alcohol addiction. Beth Hart’s story is one of incredible opportunity, heartbreaking loss, and now redemption.

French-American Musical Exchange Concert- Chappaqua Library

A French-American Musical Exchange brings French saxophonists Nicolas Prost and Anne Lecapelain to the United States for a collaboration with American saxophonist Christopher Brellochs and pianist Cynthia Peterson featuring music by Debussy, Ibert, and Milhaud.

For more information, please call 914-238-4779

Highlights of the Most Beloved Opera, Operetta, Broadway, and Popular Classics- Connetquot Public Library

Concert performer, Anne Tormela, will have a solo performance that highlights some of the most beloved classics. This family-friendly introduction to opera will delight those who are new to opera as well as long time aficionados. Special song requests are welcome.

For more information, please call 631-567-5079

Perspectives from the Eyes of Four Artists- Mamaroneck Artists Guild

The Mamaroneck Artists Guild exhibits the paintings and photographs of four local artists in Perspectives from the Eyes of Four Artists.These four artists join forces to present their perspectives of the world through their own individual and unique vision.

Paintings by Jane Black of Bedford, New York and Marion Schneider of Larchmont, New York will hang alongside the photographs of Ruth Raskin of Scarsdale and Rita Baunok of South Salem in this powerful four-woman exhibition of new works.

Meet and interact with the artists at an opening reception on Saturday, February 21, 2015, between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m.

For more information, please call 914-834-1117

Michael Jazz Trio- Live on the Vine Long Island Winterfest

MJT, formerly known as the “Michael Jazz Trio,” from Central Islip, L.I.. After the release of their first single, entitled, Optimum, and in the midst of the release of their next single Midnight in Montauk (Produced by Matt Marshak), they have continued to work on new music that spans all genres.

For more information please call (631) 727-0900

Leo Kottke- YMCA Boulton Center for the Performing Arts

Acoustic guitarist Leo Kottke has been awarded two Grammy nominations; a Doctorate in Music Performance by the Peck School of Music at the U of Wisconsin, Milwaukee; and a Certificate of Significant Achievement in Not Playing the Trombone from the U of Texas at Brownsville with Texas Southmost College.

The illustrated talk will discuss the life and work of this singular portrait painter. Although she was based in Salisbury, Connecticut and had painted many local subjects, including members of the Scoville family, she also “took the likeness” of well-known and successful people beyond the borders of the state. Those sitters included Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Joseph Choate, the American sculptors, Augustus St Gaudens and Frederick MacMonnies (she studied with the latter). She also painted William James and that great Harvard scholar of Asian art, Langdon Warner.

Boyle specializes in American Art and Culture of the late 19th and 20th centuries. He was the curator of painting and sculpture at the Cincinnati Art Museum, Director of Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and Adjunct Professor of art history at Temple University in Philadelphia.

For more information, please call 860.435.2838

Playing Songs for Hope

Ann’s Place provides comfort and support to people living with cancer and their loved ones. They help inspire people to create solutions which will strengthen and sustain them. Their clinical social workers, facilitators, and wellness experts provide professional counseling, wellness activities, support groups, and resources. Ann’s Place provides these services to 850+ clients at no charge. Ann’s Place, 80 Saw Mill Rd., Danbury, CT 06810 (Exit 1 off I-84).

Marc Broussard- Ridgefield Playhouse

80 East Ridge Ridgefield, CT 06877 Thursday,Feb 19 at 8 PM

With Special Guest Jamie McLean Band

His style is best described as “Bayou Soul,” a mix of funk, blues, R&B, rock, and pop, matched with distinct Southern roots. Broussard’s solo career started with the release of several independent efforts, including 2002’s Momentary Setback which spawned the hit “The Wanderer”, a song about self-discovery. A re-worked version of the song appears on his first major album , Carencro. The album’s title pays tribute to the musician’s hometown of Carencro, Louisiana, where he still resides.

Senior Pops Orchestra- Connetquot Public Library

760 Ocean Avenue Bohemia, NY 11716 Sunday,Feb 15 at 2:00pm to 3:30pm

This sixty-member intergenerational orchestra composed of active and retired professional musicians will provide a memorable afternoon of music in celebration of Valentine’s Day and the Presidents’ Day holidays.

For further information please contact the library at 631-567-5079

Living Colour- Ridgefield Playhouse

80 East Ridge Ridgefield, CT 06877 Friday,Feb 13 at 8 PM

Featuring Corey Glover with Special Guest Station

During the 1980s, rock had become completely segregated and predictable, the opposite of the late ’60s/early ’70s, when such musically and ethnically varied artists as Jimi Hendrix, Sly & the Family Stone, and Santana ruled the Earth. But bands such as New York’s Living Colour helped break down the doors by the end of the ’80s, leading to a much more open-minded musical landscape that would eventually pave the way for future bands (Sevendust, etc.).

Gedeon Luke and The People- Ridgefield Playhouse

80 East Ridge Ridgefield, CT 06877 Thursday,Feb 12 at 7:30 PM

Hailing from the streets of Memphis, soul music flows through Gedeon Luke’s veins. Weaned on the gospel infused sounds of Sly Stone, Curtis Mayfield and Al Green and inspired by the rock ‘n roll passion of The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.

Poet David Gonzales- Hudson River Museum

Poet David Gonzales reads “Oh Hudson,” which tells of the journey of the great New York river that once was home to “deer, bear, lilac, cardinal…” then became the mighty waterway for an energetic new nation.

For more information, please call (914)-963-4550

Harp Virtuoso- Bridget Kibbey

Sunday,Feb 8

Harpist Bridget Kibbey has been achieve notoriety in the classical world with her genre-bending creativity. She’ll perform at Fairfield University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts at 3pm, Sunday, February 8.

Kibbey is gaining a reputation for showcasing the broad range of her instrument through multi-genre performances. She is often featured with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and is the founding harpist of the International Contemporary Ensemble and Metropolis Ensemble.

FOOTSTEPS OF MANDELA

The Klein Bridgeport, CT Sunday,Feb 8 at 3pm

The first Footsteps of Mandela (FOM) concert at Riverside Church NYC on July 18 was the cornerstone of the United Nations’ celebration of International Mandela Day. The 2nd concert, to be held on Feb 8, 2015at the Klein Memorial Auditorium in Bridgeport CT will be just as spectacular. The concert includes narration, live art, and original, soul-stirring music from:

Just in time for Valentine’s Day comes this wine and chocolate event. Come sample wine and chocolate from all across the region with over 30 vendors!

For information and reservations, call 845-278-7272, ext. 2287

Concert- Dr. Steve and Nancy Tucker

Sunday,Feb 8

Good News Cafe, 694 Main St. South, Woodbury, CT 06798

On Sunday, February 8, at 4 p.m., Dr. Steve and Nancy Tucker, two unique singer/songwriters, will swap songs at the Good News Cafe, one of the premier restaurants in the area. Admission is free though a donation of $10 is suggested. A full menu will be available.

Dr. Steve is Steven Prasinos, a psychologist, published science fiction author and singer/songwriter. His songs are noted for their surprising depth and humor. He has been the front man for the acclaimed WHATEVER BAND. Nancy Tucker is a renowned entertainer who has won multiple awards for her songwriting, guitar playing, children’s music and comedy.

Akiko Koayash Concert- Bayard Cutting Arboretum

440 Montauk Highway Great River, NY 11739 Sunday,Feb 8 at 2pm

New York-born violinist Akiko Kobayashi is an enthusiastic solo and chamber music player, who has appeared as a soloist with the West Islip Symphony Orchestra, Yonkers Philharmonic Orchestra, Tokyo Suginami Kokaido Chamber Orchestra, and InterHarmony Festival Orchestra.

For more information please call (631) 224-5420

The Musical Box Performs Foxtrot- Ridgefield Playhouse

80 East Ridge Ridgefield, CT 06877 Sunday,Feb 8 at 8 PM

Fall 1972, the English rock group Genesis began a new tour called Foxtrot. The Musical Box is undertaking the reproduction of the original concert in painstaking detail to give people an illusion of being at the actual Genesis show. The visual reconstruction of the show was based on photos and slides of the original concerts, as well as articles from papers and magazines and information offered by numerous people who either worked on or attended the original Foxtrot tour.

Camerata Chamber Players- Westchester Community College

A Mid-Winter Festival, a musical prelude to the National Football League’s biggest game of the year, serving a playbook of captivating and soothing compositions for strings.

For more information please call 914-606-6262

Felix Cavaliere’s Rascals- Ridgefield Playhouse

80 East Ridge Ridgefield, CT 06877 Friday,Jan 30 at 8 PM

Felix Cavaliere is perhaps known best for his role as keyboardist and singer for the 1960s pop/rock group The Rascals. As a member of The Rascals, Cavaliere released a number of timeless classics, including “Good Lovin,” “Groovin,” and “People Got to Be Free.” Felix Cavaliere’s Rascals features some of the original rock group’s most popular hits that have become part of American music history.

The Artist’s Vision: Understanding the Creative Inspiration and Process – The Long Island Museum

1200 Route 25A Stony Brook, NY 11790 Sunday,Jan 25 at 2pm-4pm

Members of LIMarts collaborative arts group will share insights into the creative process, explaining how they find inspiration and how an idea becomes a works of art. Q and A with the artists follows.

For more information, please call 631-751-0066 or visit www.longislandmuseum.org/

Classic Rock ‘N’ Light- Vanderbilt Planetarium

180 Little Neck Road Centerport, NY 11721 Saturday,Jan 24 at 9pm

Music by Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, U2, Aerosmith, Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones and The Doors. Each song features an original sequence of visual sequences and planetarium special effects – projected onto the 60-foot dome of the Charles and Helen Reichert Planetarium.

For more information, please call (631) 854-5579 or visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org/

The Folklore Urbano Quintet performs mostly Colombian rhythms. In the quintet is David Hertzberg on bass, Nestor Gomez and Jonathan Gomez on percussion, Franco Pinna on drums and Pablo Mayor on piano.

For more information, please call (914) 941-2416 or visit www.ossininglibrary.org/

Mummenschanz at Quick Center

Saturday,Jan 24

Mummenschanz, the renowned theatrical troupe, will perform two shows at Fairfield University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts on Saturday, January 24 at 2 and 8 p.m.
In the wordless universe of Mummenschanz, the ordinary becomes extraordinary when common materials, everyday objects (such as toilet paper rolls) and colorful abstract shapes and forms like the famous “Clay Masks,” “Slinky Man” and “Giant Hands” spring to life. By creating a playful and compelling experience through the inventive use of shadow, light, and creative manipulation of objects, Mummenschanzoffers insight on the human condition. The entire program of puppetry and visual antics is performed without music or sound.
Tickets are $55, $45 and $35.

Concert with Nina Etc.

This program includes music by Johnny Cash, Billie Holiday, Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Peggy Lee, Gershwin and many others. The instrumentation includes guitar, vocals, percussion, harmonica, and much more. The program also includes a sprinkling of anecdotes which highlight the diversity and rich history of American Music.

Sarah Lee Guthrie and Johnny Irion- Ridgefield Playhouse

80 East Ridge Ridgefield, CT 06877 Thursday,Jan 22 at 7:30 PM

Produced by Wilco’s Jeff Tweedy and Patrick Sansone at the Loft in Chicago, Wassaic Way finds Guthrie and Irion pushing further beyond the folky sound they established on 2005’s Exploration, their first studio LP. After Irion’s solo album Ex Tempore in 2007, the live album Folksong in 2009 and the children’s collection Go Waggaloo in 2009, the pair began expanding their sonic horizons on 2011’s Bright Examples album.

March of the Fossil Penguins- Bruce Museum

Explore the 60-million-year “March of the Fossil Penguins” and then learn how new technologies can be used to “Print a Penguin.” Curator of Science Daniel Ksepka will present a lecture on penguin evolution at 7:00 pm. Afterwards, MakerBot Greenwich will discuss their scanning and 3D technology and offer a live demonstration of replicating a Black-footed Penguin specimen.

Pequot Library’s Mid-Winter Book Sale

Pequot Library’s Mid-Winter Book Sale, the little sister of the Library’s nationally known Summer Book Sale, is smaller but more intimate with many treasures and bargains to be found. The sale runs Saturday to Sunday, January 17 – 18, from 9am – 5pm daily. Admission is FREE.

Pequot’s music specialist volunteer, Paige Gillies says, “As the result of a mammoth donation, this sale will feature vinyl in outstanding condition, particularly in the Jazz and Classical categories. There are some sealed albums and many in pristine condition. Jazz includes albums from Verve, Jazzology, Citi, and Blue note, and Classical albums are ninety percent European imports. As always, there is plenty of Rock and Roll and other genres. The base price for albums remains highly affordable! Pequot Library’s relaxed atmosphere offers a great opportunity to improve your music collection, explore unknown titles, and wander down memory lane.”

There will be two afternoon live Blues performances on Saturday and Sunday , broadcast by WPKN (12pm-1pm Sat., 1pm-2pm Sun.), by former Paul Butterfield Blues Band keyboard player Mark Naftalin & Friends. Mark Naftalin will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the Paul Butterfield Blues Band, in 2015. Naftalin, is known as one of the best blues piano players anywhere and he’ll hand-pick tyhe band to play acoustic music during the book sale. Go to pequotlibrary.org for confirmed times and performers. As always, Pequot Library is appreciative of WPKN’s support and participation. WPKN (89.5 FM) is a 100% non-commercial, listener-supported radio station broadcasting at 89.5 FM out of Bridgeport, CT.

Discovery Day 2015- Long Wharf Theatre

Children will have the opportunity to move from prehistoric times, through ancient Egypt, to Medieval Europe, to old time Hollywood, hopping across time and space in a theatrical time travel adventure. Over the course of the day, through the various activities, kids will get a glimpse into the inner workings props, costumes and scene shops, and take a fun acting workshop with a member of the Long Wharf Theatre artistic team.

Downtown Express- Cinema Arts Centre

Set in the world of immigrants living in New York City, Downtown Express uses music to explore the clash of old world values against the lure and excitement of a new country

For more information call 631-423-7611 or online at www.cinemaartscentre.org

Zap Mama: ‘Eclectic Flash- Ridgefield Playhouse

80 East Ridge Ridgefield, CT 06877 Friday,Jan 9 at 8 PM

An eclectic mix of reggae, rap, jazz, Afro-pop and R&B is likened to a multicultural Bobby McFerrin.

Since first bursting on the scene almost 20 years ago, the Belgian-Congolese diva has wowed audiences around the world with her unique sound, which seamlessly blends African, American, and European cultural influences and effortlessly mixes genres such as R&B, hip-hop, and jazz with indigenous and tribal sounds.

At the grand opening, you will see scouting memorabilia going back to the early days of Scouting from Alfred W. Dater, Central CT, CT Yankee, Fairfield County, Mauwehu, Pomperaug, Quinnipiac Councils and more. An extensive patch collection featuring OA, Camp, Council and Activity issues and finally the Historical Pinewood Derby exhibit, photographs, documents, uniforms, posters, pennants and other Scouting Memorabilia.

WWI Themed New Years Tea Party- Gunn Historical Museum

Ring in the New Year with an old-fashioned World War One themed Tea Party at the Gunn Museum on Saturday, January 3, 2015 from 1-3pm. Servers and docents will be attired in a variety of outfits from WWI. Visitors will have the opportunity to view the exhibit, “Over There: Washington and the Great War”, and socialize with friends. Guests are asked to bring their favorite tea cup.

Long Island Skies Show- Vanderbilt Planetarium

180 Little Neck Road Centerport, NY 11721 Friday,Jan 2 at 8 PM

This live presentation for the whole family, developed by the Vanderbilt Planetarium staff, uses the star projector to its fullest capabilities. The program introduces the brilliant night sky that can be seen on Long Island from everyone’s backyard, including seasonal constellations, stars and deep-sky objects.

Bridgeport Public Library -Memoir Writing workshop

The Bridgeport Public Library will be holding a Memoir Writing Workshop in the History Center.

Call 203-576-7400 ext. 7 for further information

Pete Rushefsky & The Ternovka Ensemble- Branford Folk Music Society

First Congregational Church of Branford 1009 Main Street, Branford, CT. Saturday,Dec 13 at 8pm

A special Hanukkah concert and dance party with internationally renowned klezmer musician and composer Pete Rushefsky and his Ternovka Ensemble. In addition, Branford Folk’s own renowned dance leader (and president) Willa Horowitz will teach dance steps at the end of the concert.

The Coastal Chordsmen A Cappella Chorus presents “Holiday Harmonies”

The Coastal Chordsmen A Cappella Chorus will present its annual “Holiday Harmonies” show Saturday December 6, 7:30 p.m. at the Stratford Theater, 2422 Main Street, Stratford. The Chordsmen will sing holiday songs in their unique a cappella style that has come to be enjoyed by audiences throughout the region. The chorus is the oldest in the Barbershop Harmony Society’s Northeastern District which comprises eastern New York State and all of New England plus Quebec and the Maritime provinces of Canada.

Men who like to sing are welcome at rehearsals which take place 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 406 White Plains Road, Trumbull.

4th Annual Wooden Wonderland – Suffolk County Historical Society

The 4th Annual Wooden Wonderland: Carvers’ Holiday Show is a special holiday event featuring handmade carvings and wooden items made by Long Island craftspeople plus carving and woodworking demonstrations.

Digital Seminar- New Haven Chamber of Commerce

Free internet marketing seminar at the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce

Personalized Digital Analysis for All Attendees

Topics Include: •How the world has gone mobile. •Importance of responsive mobile websites. •The Power and accountability of search. •The effectiveness of display. •How to win the daily search wars and grow!

Highlights of New Documentary, Live Performance, Never Recorded Songs!
Peter Yarrow will serve as a personal guide with commentary & live performance – from beloved anthems to selections from 13 never-before-recorded songs – through highlights of the brand new documentary, “50 Years with Peter, Paul and Mary”. The celebration culminates in a reception signing of their new coffee table book chronicling the iconic trio’s epic journey of uplifting music that defined a generation, leaving a legacy that lives on today.

For more information call 631-423-7611 or online at www.cinemaartscentre.org

SUNDAY J A Z Z at PIZZERIA LAURETANO

“J A Z Z at the Pizzeria” series on Sundays at 6 continues this fall at Pizzeria Lauretano in Bethel Connecticut .

Pizzeria Lauretano is located at 291 Greenwood Avenue in Bethel.

Showtime is 6pm.
November will have the following performances:

Sunday, November 23

Joe Carter Samba Rio Trio

Sunday, November 30

Orgone Jazz Quintet

For more information call 203-792-1500 or visit www.pizzerialauretano.com.

Ridgefield Screens Two Great Gatsbys

Sunday,Nov 23

Celebrating Ridgefield’s Town Wide BIG READ of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby! BOTH SCREENINGS FREE

Sun, 11/23 – 4:00pm

Francis Ford Coppola’s version of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic 1925 novel was one of the most hyped movies of the summer of 1974. Robert Redford stars as self-made millionaire Jay Gatsby, who uses his vast (and implicitly ill-gotten) fortune to buy his way into Long Island society. Most of all, Gatsby wants to win back the love of socialite Daisy Buchanan (Mia Farrow). Also featuring Bruce Dern and Sam Waterston.
The Great Gatsby

For more information please call 203-374-6528 or online at www.fairfieldgrace.org

The New Haven Poetry Institute Featuring Christine Beck and Izikhotane

The Institute Library 847 Chapel Street New Haven, CT Thursday,Nov 20 at Doors Open at 6:30. Reading starts at 7:00.

Christine Beck holds a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing degree from Southern Connecticut State University. She is the author of Blinding Light. Her poems have been published in numerous journals, including Connecticut Review, Passager, Connecticut River Review and Centrifugal Eye. She teaches poetry, creative writing and literature at The University of Hartford, Southern Connecticut State University and in private workshops. Ms. Beck is a former president of the Connecticut Poetry Society, and is currently an officer and leader of local poetry chapters.

Izikhotane is a Connecticut-based poetry/music project that sometimes borders performance art. Musician Karl Warner utilizes a wide-range of instruments including keyboard, computer, guitar, harmonium, and toy piano. Poet Jim Whitten reads from his books of poetry including his newest title, Benjamin Banneker’s Almanack. Together they create the Avant-Garde in the Age of Auto-Correct.

On the third Thursday of each month, The Poetry Institute Poetry Series celebrates an eclectic mix of poetic voices. There are outstanding featured readers in a casual setting. Open to all members of the public (and even others).

Doors Open at 6:30. Reading starts at 7:00. Please arrive a few minutes early to sign up for the reading.

“Of Mice and Men” Screening – Cinema Arts Centre

James Franco and Chris O’Dowd star in the hit Broadway production, filmed by National Theatre Live for the big screen. A moving masterpiece based on one of the most important works in American literature about two migrant worker friends searching for opportunities during the great depression and the moral impasses they face in their ever-changing environment, “Of Mice and Men” screens on Wednesday, November 19 at 7:30 pm at Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington, NY.

For more information please call 631-423-7611 or online at www.cinemaartscentre.org

“West Meets East in a Unique Antarctic Voyage” – The Bruce Museum

1 Museum Drive Greenwich, CT 06830 Tuesday,Nov 18 at Doors open at 6:30 pm for a reception with light refreshments and open galleries, and the lecture begins at 7:00 pm

Margie Turrin, Coordinator at Columbia University’s Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, will present West Meets East in a Unique Antarctic Voyage on Tuesday, November 18, at 7:00 pm at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich, CT.

In late fall 2013, a small group from Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory traveled to the Antarctica Peninsula with The Antarctic Forum, an interdisciplinary group of Chinese leaders and elites. Turrin will discuss how the magic of Antarctica served as a backdrop for conversations on entering a new era for Antarctica, with China and the world moving towards environmental conservation, harmonious social development, and societal responsibility.

For more information call (203)-869-0376 or online at www.brucemuseum.org

Yale Concert Band presents “A Good Old-Fashioned Band Concert”

Woolsey Hall (500 College Street), New Haven Sunday,Nov 16 at 2pm

The Yale Concert band will be playing the following in their” Good Old-Fashioned Band Concert”:

1812 Overture to commemorate Russia’s triumph over Napoleon, but this rousing piece has turned into a beloved American icon. Today’s audience members are invited to bring bells of any kind and participate in the celebratory finale.

Yiddish Dances is comprised of five movements that are all based on Klezmer music – the traditional music of Jews from Eastern Europe – each dance is harmonically rich and full of metrical asymmetries.

Molly on the Shore is based on two Irish folk dances: “Temple Hill” and “Molly on the Shore.” This boisterous piece is known for its tireless energy and rhythmic intensity.

You’re a Grand Old Flag, Commando March, and Third Alarm Marchare three American marches for band that are filled with patriotic spirit and excitement.

Scenes from The Louvre

Overture to Colas Breugnon

For more information please call (203) 432-4111 or visit http://www.yale.edu/yaleband

BRIDGEPORT ART TRAIL

Thursday,Nov 13 to Sunday,Nov 16

6TH ANNUAL
CITY-WIDE OPEN STUDIO WEEKEND
NOVEMBER 13-16,

VIEW ART. TALK ART. ART FOR SALE.

HAPPY HOUR KICK-OFF THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2014 at McLEVY HALL. Socialize with the artists. View a sampling of small works by artists city-wide. Tour historic McLevy Hall and the creative community of artists and entrepreneurs. Enjoy light refreshment and music courtesy of WPKN, 89.5 fm radio.
Through the weekend…Events, Exhibits, Demonstrations, Films.

RALPH STANLEY & THE CLINCH MTN. BOYS

Saturday,Nov 15

SATURDAY, 8 PM GUITARTOWNCT PRESENTS THEIR 50TH CONCERT: DR. RALPH STANLEY AND THE CLINCH MOUNTAIN BOYS. A FOUNDING FATHER OF BLUEGRASS, HIS VOICE EMBODIES THE “HIGH LONESOME SOUND”. HE’S EARNED 3 GRAMMYS, MADE OVER 200 ALBUMS,IS A MEMBER OF THE IBMA HALL OF FAME, IS A NATIONAL MEDAL OF ARTS WINNER, A FELLOW OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, AND HAS AN HONORARY DOCTORATE FROM YALE.

“Becoming Tom Thumb” with Author & Professor Eric Lehman

Join University of Bridgeport’s Professor Eric Lehman for a discussion of his new book Becoming Tom Thumb.
The definitive biography of an iconic American entertainer:

When P. T. Barnum met twenty-five-inch-tall Charles Stratton at a Bridgeport, Connecticut hotel in 1843, one of the most important partnerships in entertainment history was born. With Barnum’s promotional skills and the miniature Stratton’s comedic talents, they charmed a Who’s Who of the 19th century, from Queen Victoria to Charles Dickens to Abraham Lincoln

For more information call (203)-576-7400

Archives Workshop- Litchfield History Museum

Richard Stenman is a Photograph Conservator and former Litchfield resident. He will talk about conservation and the physical nature of traditional photographs. Causes of deterioration and practices for extending their longevity will be discussed with an illustrated lecture. Attendees of the lecture are invited to bring photographs and their questions.

For more information call 860-567-4501 or online at www.litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org

The Honey Dewdrops- Branford Folk Music Society

Branford Folk Coffeehouse First Congregational Church of Branford 1009 Main Street, Branford, CT. Saturday,Nov 8 at Start Time 8pm

The Virginia-based Honey Dewdrops, Laura Wortman and her spouse Kagey Parrish will be performing at the Branford Folk Coffeehouse on Saturday November 8th 2014 at 8pm. Their music covers the ground between hand-crafted folk songs, Appalachian fiddle tunes, and a cappella spirituals.

TOM RUSH: NO REGRETS

Director Rob Stegman and legendary performer Tom Rush will be in attendance at the event.
Folksinger, songwriter, and guitarist Tom Rush recalls his career in the film…archival footage, photgraphs, and clippings.

The documentary features interviews with James Taylor, Elektra Records’ Jac Holzman, and DJ Dick Summer, and musical cameos by David Bromberg, Buskin & Batteau, Jonathan Edwards, and Dom Flemons of the Carolina Chocolate Drops.

A champion of new and emerging artists, Rush introduced the world to Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne and James Taylor, who called Rush an “early hero and one of my main influences.”

A complementary wine and cheese reception in the theatre’s lobby prior to the film.

Westport Farmers’ Market

50 Imperial Avenue, Westport, CT 06880 Thursday,Nov 6 at 10am-2pm

Thursday, November 6th, will be the last opportunity for the outdoor Westport Farmers Market. To end the season with our mission in mind, Chef and Instructor Cecily Gans students’, from the Advanced Culinary Arts will be the ‘guest chef’ demonstrators for the day from 10:15am – 11:00am .

They will feature a recipe by former Staples’ student Sarah Rountree, who graduated in June, for the seasonality and the local availability for the key ingredients.

Stations of the Elevated- Cinema Arts Centre

Stations of the Elevated will be showing at the Cinema Arts Centre on Wednesday November 5th at 7:30pm with Director Manfred Kirchheimer in person.

Stations of the Elevated is a 45-minute city symphony directed, produced and edited by Manfred Kirchheimer. The film weaves together vivid images of graffiti covered elevated subway trains crisscrossing the gritty urban landscape of 1970s New York, to a commentary-free soundtrack that combines ambient city noise with jazz and gospel by Charles Mingus and Aretha Franklin. Gliding through the South Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Manhattan – making a rural detour past a correctional facility upstate – Stations of the Elevated is an impressionistic portrait of and tribute to a New York that has long since disappeared.

For more information call 631-423-7611 or go online at http://www.cinemaartscentre.org/event/stations-of-the-elevated/

WPKN’S ANTIQUES & BLUES BENEFIT

Thursday,Oct 30

6:30PM-11PMANTIQUES AND DESIGN CENTER, NORWALK, CT

6:30pm-8pm

-AL BELL SPINS FROM HIS COLLECTION OF BLUES 45S

-LIVE BLUES WITH CHARLIE KARP AND BOBBY PALTAUF

8pm-11pm

-”BLUES IN THE EVENING” BOB SHAPIRO BROADCASTS LIVE ON 89.5FM, WPKN

MORE THAN 100 ANTIQUE AND COLLECTIBLES VENDORS PLUS FOOD FROM WILSON’S BARBEQUEAND WINE FROM FOUNTAINHEAD.

IBERO AMERICAN FILM FESTIVAL

Tuesday,Oct 21 to Sunday,Oct 26

OCTOBER 21-26th

NEW HAVEN, CTTHE NEW ENGLAND IBERO AMERICAN FILM FESTIVAL IS DEDICATED TO THE PROMOTION OF THE HISPANIC CULTURE THROUGH THE EXHIBITION OF FEATURE FILMS, DOCUMENTARIES, SHORTS AND ANIMATIONS. IT ALSO INCLUDES OTHER ARTISTIC WORK PRODUCED IN LATIN AMERICA, SPAIN AND/OR PORTUGAL. NEFIAC IS HOSTED IN NEW HAVEN BY YALE UNIVERSITY AND IN PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND BY BROWN UNIVERSITY.

HAIR

The classic rock musical that is both a joyous celebration of youth and a poignant journey through tumultuous 1960s America. HAIR features a multi-cultural cast singing many hit songs, including “Aquarius,” “Let the Sun Shine In,” “Good Morning, Starshine” and “Easy To Be Hard.”

Tenth Annual Connecticut Garlic & Harvest Festival.

Bethlehem, CT Saturday,Oct 11 to Sunday,Oct 12

Tenth Annual Connecticut Garlic & Harvest Festival.

Greetings fellow garlic fans!

We would like invite you to join us for our Tenth Annual Connecticut Garlic & Harvest Festival. It will be held on October 11-12, 2014 at the Bethlehem Fairgrounds on Route 61 in Bethlehem, Connecticut (just north of town). Visit our garlic cooking demonstrations, stay for a live band performance, and learn how to grow garlic at our informative lectures. Many garlic dips, spreads, cheeses, and oils will be available for purchase from our diverse garlic specialty food vendors – most offering FREE samples to try before you buy! Stop by our produce stands for fresh garlic and a variety of other fall produce. When you’re hungry, venture over to our food court. Homemade roasted garlic sausage with peppers and onions, garlic marinated steak sandwiches, garlic roast pork sandwiches, deep fried garlic, and garlic ice cream are just some of the items you’ll find at our food court! Bring the kids for some fun with our rides and games! We hope that you will join us in 2014!

CHOWDAFEST

Norwalk, CT Sunday,Oct 12

CHOWDER & SOUP COMPETITION

NOON-4PM
CHOWDAFEST IS A CULINARY COMPETITION AMONG AWARD WINNING CHEFS & RESTAURANTS AND THE ATTENDING PUBLIC IS THE JUDGE. ADMISSION INCLUDES 36 SAMPLES OF CHOWDER, SOUP AND BISQUE PLUS A BALLOT AND PENCIL! THERE’S THE ITALIAN SECTION CALLED “CIAO-DAFEST” AND THE NEW CHOWDA-MEX SECTION. YOU CAN SAMPLE CRAFT BEER, WINE & CHEESE, PREMIUM ICE CREAM.

CHOWDAFEST HAS MOVED OUTDOORS TO CALF PASTURE BEACH, NORWALK,CT. ON-LINE TICKETS ARE $10 (ADULTS). $15 AT THE DOOR, $5 KIDS (6-12) AND KIDS 5 AND UNDER ARE FREE. CHOWDAFEST WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE. PARKING- $5 (FREE IF YOU HAVE A RESIDENT PASS). THINK GREEN AND CAR POOL.

“The Other Pakistan” w/Hazel Kahan

Monday,Sep 29 at 5:30pm

Roger Memorial Library, Southampton, NY

WPKN host Hazel Kahan presents “The Other Pakistan” at the Roger Memorial Library, Southampton, NY on Monday, September 29 at 5:30 pm. In this multimedia talk, Hazel talks about her return after forty years to Pakistan, the country of her birth. Hear her tell two stories, the first about how international events shaped her Jewish family’s journey from Europe to British India and beyond; the second a short documentary about a grass roots movement started by young Pakistani in response to the devastating floods of recent years.

CT Blues Society- Solo/Duo Blues Challenge

Berlin, CT Sunday,Sep 21 to Sunday,Sep 28

Eleven blues acts will compete in the CT Blues Society’s 10th Annual CT Solo/Duo Blues Challenge, at the Pine Loft Café, 1474 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin, CT, Sundays, September 21st and 28th, 5 PM. These performers from all over the state will play 25 minute sets in the Preliminary Rounds, and the two acts receiving the most votes each night from blues music-knowledgeable judges will return October 5th for the Final Round. ADMISSION IS FREE The winner of this event will be CT’s representative in the Solo/Duo Division of the International Blues Challenge, Beale Street, Memphis, Tennessee January 20 – 24, 2015. The winner of the CT Solo/Duo Challenge will be awarded a $600 prize to offset travel costs to Memphis.

The two highest-scoring acts from each preliminary round return October 5th for the final round. The CT Blues Challenge is organized and run by the Connecticut Blues Society, a non-profit organization formed to preserve the blues as a unique musical form and to support Connecticut’s community of blues fans and musicians.

www.ctblues.org

CFE & Save the Sound Annual Meeting

Sunday,Sep 28

CFE (CT Fund for the Environment) & Save the Soundinvite you to their Annual Meeting!

25th Annual Maritime Festival

Greenport, NY Friday,Sep 19 to Sunday,Sep 21

25th Annual East End Seaport Museum and Marine Foundation

September 19th, 20th, and 21st

Greenport, New York

3 days of activities kicks off with “A Land and Sea Greenport Gala.” Which will be held at Claudio’s on the waterfront at the foot of Bootleg Alley. The Gala will be an homage to the historic village of Greenport and its seafaring community. Attendees will celebrate the East End Seaport Museum and Marine Foundation along with guest of honor Otto Schoenstein, one of the extraordinary craftsmen responsible for the rebuilding of Long Beach Bar “Bug” Lighthouse. (listen to WPKN’s Hazel Kahn’s interview with Schoenstein) There will be 25 local restaurants, 6 wineries, 3 spirit sponsors, and 1 craft brew company as part of the Gala festivities. There will also be entertainment, auction items, and locally designed memorabilia commemorating the Maritime Festival’s Silver Anniversary. (info on GALA)

The weekend festivities include Saturday’s Opening day parade and Blessing of the Waters at Mitchell Park Marina. From 11am to 5pm the surrounding streets are closed to traffic with 100’s of artisan vendors, craft demos, tastings and entertainment options on display. There’s also A Taste of the East End Food Court on Main Street and Central Avenue. Weekend music takes place at Claudio’s Clam Bar, the Blue Canoe and Front Street Station. There’s more of the same on Sunday including Oyster Shucking Contest, the full street fair and Paul Drum’s Breakfast Fundraiser. Gene Casey & Lone Sharks will play Sunday from 1pm to 5pm at Claudios Waterfront.

JOIN US AT THE PEOPLE’S CLIMATE MARCH in NYC

New York City Sunday,Sep 21

JOIN US AT THE PEOPLE’S CLIMATE MARCH in NYC

Sunday 21st September!

Billed as the biggest climate march in history (see this article in the

UK’s Guardian newspaper), the People’s Climate March in New York this Sunday will send a clear message that the time for change is NOW. See here for details of the event.

FORWARD THIS TO EVERYONE YOU KNOW!!! You know how important this is – spread the word to others!

People all over New Haven and Connecticut have been busy getting the word out about the march. Non-profits, environmental activists, faith groups, labor – we’re all coming together on this issue. See here for a
New Haven Sound School student talking at a press conference about
the march, and here for news of the commitment made by CT
politicians, faith leaders and labor leaders.

CHEAP TRAIN TICKETS! Buy your metro north tickets at CTclimatetrain.org before Wednesday at 11pm and get a discount!

Taking the Healthy City/Healthy Climate challenge is the best first step to address climate change. You know that – tell your friends and family to take the pledge, and join you at the march on Sunday.

Castaneda will perform solo and with his trio, which also features Marshall Gilkes on trombone and Dave Silliman on drums and percussion. Special guest will be vocalist Andrea Tierra. Tickets are available online at music-tickets.yale.edu/, in person at the box office, 470 College St., or by phone at 203-432-4158

Legends of Rock Live presents ROD STEWART: THE EARLY YEARS.

Stamford Wednesday,Sep 17

WPKN to be a ‘Media Partner’ for the Avon Theatre and Shelley Archives presents ‘Legends of Rock Live’ -a monthly series of films at the Avon Theatre in Stamford, CT. Shelley Archives has over 100,000 reels of original 35mm and 16mm in its archives and over 10,000 hours of rare concerts, television shows, promos, interviews, out-take and home movies. Bill Shelley hosts and narrates these events. On Wednesday, September 17 Legends of Rock Live presents ROD STEWART: THE EARLY YEARS.

Jazz in the Garden, Weir Farm

Jazz in the Garden features the Brubeck Institute Alumni Quintet with a special appearance by Wilton High School’s own Black Tie Affair. Proceeds benefit the Artist-in-Residence program managed by the Weir Farm Art Center, which draws talented artists from around the world, giving them a chance to create in the inspirational landscape of Weir Farm National Historic Site.

These young musicians are graduates from a musical jazz studies program started by Dave and Iola Brubeck through the University of the Pacific, their alma mater. Each musician (as a high school-aged player) had already earned a national reputation as being an outstanding talent on his respective instrument. While completing the 2-year program at the Brubeck Institute, these players honed their skills with performances at venues including the Monterey Jazz Festival and the Playboy Jazz festival at the Hollywood Bowl.

All parking for the event will be at the Branchville Elementary School, 40 Florida Road, Ridgefield. Free shuttles will run to and from Weir Farm National Historic Site between 2:00 and 6:00 pm For more information and to purchase tickets online, go to: www.jazzatweir.com

Tickets, if still available, also will be sold the day of the event. Adult tickets are $20. Tickets for students 13-18 are $10. Children 12 and under are free. The concert will go on rain or shine.

The Weir Farm Art Center is a private, nonprofit organization and a partner of Weir Farm National Historic Site.

CHIRP- Ruthie Foster Band

CHIRP is a series of free Tuesday and Thursday night summer concerts in Ballard Park, Ridgefield, CT. Dogs are not permitted.

In the event of bad weather, check the CHIRP website for indoor locations.

chirpct.org

FEST OF ARTS AND IDEAS

New Haven , CT Saturday,Jun 14 to Saturday,Jun 28

The International Festival of Arts & Ideas
June 14th-28th

The International Festival of Arts & Ideas is a 15-day extravaganza of performing arts, lectures, and conversations that takes over theaters and open spaces in New Haven, Connecticut each June. More than 80% of Festival events are completely free!

artidea.org/

Lalah Hathaway/Ruben Studdard

New Haven, CT Saturday,Jun 14

7pm
New Haven Green- FREE

Lalah Hathaway is a supremely gifted vocalist and pianist, whose style effortlessly fuses elements of R&B, jazz, and pop. Her voice, soulful and resonant, has carried her through a Grammy winning career lasting over two decades.

Hathaway is joined by special guest Ruben Studdard, the winner of the second season of American Idol, who has charmed audiences with his big voice and R&B/jazz style ever since.

HIKE AT THE PRESERVE

The Trust for Public Land & The Old Saybrook Land Trust
A nature hike at The Preserve, The 1,000 Acre Forest.

Saturday, June 7, 10 a.m.–Noon
Meet at M & J Bus lot, 130 Ingham Hill Road, Old Saybrook
Shuttle bus to the forest available from the north end of Ingham Hill Rd.,
starting at 9:30 a.m.

The Preserve’s woodlands—which run through Old Saybrook,
Essex, and Westbrook—include miles of trails, vernal pools, and
acres of wetlands providing home for many species of birds and wildlife.
Join Alicia Sullivan, State Director, The Trust for Public Land, and
Judy Preston, a local ecologist, for a guided nature hike through this
natural area.

Rain or shine, Free event, Family-friendly.

RSVP by June 4 to June Sgobbo at 203.777.7367, ext. 2, or
june.sgobbo@tpl.org.

WPKN HAPPY HOUR

Patchogue, NY Thursday,Jun 5 at 4-7pm

Long Island Listeners – Please Save the Date!!!WPKN is hosting a Happy Hour Meet and Greet on Thursday, June 5that Brickhouse Brewery in Patchogue from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.It will be a cash bar with complimentary appetizers. Please come hang outwith us so we can meet you face to face and say thanks for your support.Brickhouse Brewery is located at 67 W. Main Street in Patchogue, NY. More details coming very soon! Hope to see you there!!

ANN’S PLACE- Art Show

Ann's Place, Danbury, CT Thursday,Jun 5

Lives Interrupted: Art by Those Affected by Cancer

The exhibition features work that reflects the artist’s experience with cancer, either as a survivor or as a caretaker to a loved one who is affected by cancer. The show will feature artists from the Ann’s Place art program, as well as artists from around our community.

in Fairfield called The Loft. The Loft meets every Friday from 4-5:30pm.

It’s a community for lgbtq teenagers, young adults and their friends

who come together to laugh, rage, dream, and plot a better life together.

The Loft is holding it’s annual Lavender Lights Vigil in remembrance

of all lgbtq teens who have lost their lives to anti-gay bullying and suicide.

Members of the Loft will welcome all and speak about their own experiences.

New members are welcome at The Loft. For more information,

call Jen at 203.543.8108.

BARNUM FESTIVAL

BRIDGEPORT, CT Saturday,Jun 14 to Thursday,May 29

JUNE 14-29

The Barnum Festival celebrates the great showman.
The festival focuses on many of Barnum’s
imaginative concepts such as the Jenny Lind Concert,
Champions on Parade, a Children’s Wing Ding Parade,
the Great Barnum Street Parade, and fireworks at Seaside Park.

Barnum Pub Fest celebrates downtown area restaurants, bars
and The Bijou Theatre. A map and passport is provided
for bar hopping through the social scene! Participating restaurants
and bars will be serving up “Ringmaster Red” beverages at special prices
and have light buffets. Local radio personalities and a band at the after-party
at the Bijou Theatre. Tickets: $20

COFFEEHOUSE BENEFIT

Danbury, CT Saturday,May 24 at 8pm

Dovetail, a father-daughter duo performing originals and
interpretations of classic tunes, will be featured at a
coffeehouse benefitting Danbury Arts in Action. Dovetail
(Bill and Bonnie Wisnowski) will pay tribute to former collaborator,
Walter Oller by revisiting the repertoire of their 1980’s-’90’s band,
Walking the Dragon. Joining them on horns will be Steve Asetta.
New Haven singer-songwriter Lys Guillorn (lysguillorn.com)will open.
An open mic (7:30 sign up) precedes the scheduled performances.
Entertainment will begin at 8pm. Refreshments available.

A Common Ground Community Arts and Dance Center,
33 Crosby Street, Danbury, CT

Ottmar Liebert

FARMWORKER VIGIL AND MARCH

Wyandanch & Riverhead, NY Thursday,May 22

Jobs with Justice and Justice for FarmworkersA Day of action to bring attention to the plight of Farmworkers. Participants will be gather at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal (1434 Straight Path, Wyandanch) at 11:30 am on May 22nd, for a vigil and march to the local supermarket (Compare Foods). That evening, There’ll be a meeting, vigil and dinner at Grace Episcopal Church (573 Roanoke Rd Riverhead) at 8pm.

Issues: Access to basic labor rights: a day of rest, overtime pay and the right to collectively bargain.

The Trumbull Library will host a talk by Tom Pieragostini about
the inventor of the helicopter,Igor Sikorsky. Sikorsky gave us
one of the most important inventions of our time
while living in various homes in Trumbull, three in the
Nichols Neighborhood!

Registration required at 203-452-5196 or online at www.trumbullct-library.org

WELL-STRUNG

Danbury, CT Saturday,May 17 at 8pm

THE SINGING STRING QUARTET
MAY 17 @ 8:00 PM
Danbury Palace

WELL-STRUNG, an all-male string quartet which features
classical musicians who sing, putting their own spin on the music of
Mozart, Vivaldi, Rihanna, Adele, Lady Gaga, and more!

The Poetry Place

Patchogue, NY Wednesday,May 14 at 7pm

Poetry Workshop & Reading

Long Island Poetry Archival/Arts Center will be conducting
a workshop Wednesday, May 14th @ 7pm. It will be followed by
a Poetry Reading @ 8pm with featured poets and an open mic event.
Featured poets are Susan Pilewski, Barbara Reiher-Meyers &
Tom Karlson. You don’t have to attend one event to attend the other.

In 1938, after a weekend visit to CT, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt writes
in her “My Day” column: (there) “is an avenue of pink and white dogwood
on Greenfield Hill such as I have never seen anywhere else in this country.”

Seeger songs w/George Mann

Bayshore, NY Saturday,May 3 at 7:30pm

A night to honor and remember Pete Seeger with
George Mann

Unitarian Universalist Society of South Suffolk

Folksinger and activist Pete Seeger died in January at the age of 94.
The UUSSS is hosting an evening of music, stories and songs of peace,
struggle and triumph over adversity, featuring songs Pete Seeger
wrote and made popular. George Mann performed with Pete several
times and Pete narrated “The Almanac Trail,” a CD George produced
with Rik Palieri last year that honors the labor songs of
Pete’s first group, “The Almanac Singers.”

Suggested donation $5 -$10
All welcome, no one turned away for lack of funds!
Atendees invited to bring a song, poem, or story to share with the audience.

Free Screening of “A Bronx Tale.”

WestConn, Danbury, CT Wednesday,Apr 30 at 6:30pm

Western CT State University “Substance Abuse Prevention Program” Presents

(Robert DeNiro’s directorial debut)

After the screening, actor from the film, Lillo Brancato will
appear at a Q&A at the Midtown Campus Student Center and discuss how
substance abuse and poor personal choices destroyed his life.
Ira Joe Fisher, EMMY award winning TV journalist, will host the evening’s events.

John Cronin is this years keynote speaker. As Time Magazine’s
“Hero for the Planet,” John gained international attention as the
Hudson Riverkeeper, has worked as a lobbyist, writer and filmaker
and currently teaches as a senior fellow for environmental affairs at
Pace Academy and is active in water policy reform.

The conference is loaded with experts from the scientific, cultural
and community fields. It will feature Long Island Sound advocates,
agencies and particpation from the public to discuss the Long Island Sound’s
past, present and future. The objective is to prioritize goals and strategies
for the Long Island Sound Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (“CCMP”).

Rice lost his voice years ago to a condition called muscle tension
dysphonia, but he kept performing, focusing on his guitar playing.
Now, due to a crippling condition called Lateral Epicondylitis —
an inflammation more commonly known as tennis elbow —
the legend has been unable to perform.

Chris Coogan Quintet

Milford, CT Saturday,Apr 12 at 8pm

He has been called “A masterful pianist…” by the New York Times.

The Milford Arts Council presents the Chris Coogan Quintet Saturday,
April 12 at 8pm. Chris Coogan, composer, performer, teacher,
choir director and producer; is rooted in jazz and gospel traditions.
Chris performs original and traditional music as a pianist and singer.
His repertoire includes strait-ahead jazz, jazz fusion and boogie-woogie.

Vigil on Inequality

Walmart, Danbury, CT Tuesday,Apr 8 at 6pm

Tuesday, 6pm

CT Citizen Action Group, CT Working Families, SEIU International,
American Federation of State, County, Municipal Employees,
Occupy Danbury, CT MoveOn.org Councils and others will be
holding Vigils for Inequality in towns across Connecticut.
It’s a statewide day of action to highlight growing
inequality in Connecticut. Events will be in cities and
towns all over the state to demand action to create an economy
that works for everyone, not just the rich.

Tom Pacheco

Ridgefield, CT Sunday,Mar 30 at 4pm

Acoustic Celebration, 4pm.
Temple Shearith Israel, Ridgefield, CT

Tom Pacheco is a prolific songwriter, a poet who was influenced by
the writers of the Beat Generation. Pacheco ‘s songs have been
covered by Jefferson Starship, the Band, Rick Danko,
Ritchie Havens, Scott Petito and Leslie Ruler, John Hall
and dozens of European artists.

Tickets-$20 in advance at www.acousticcelebration.org.
$25 at the door of 46 peaceable St., Ridgefield, CT

Film- “All The Labor: The Gourds”

The Music at The Aldrich Exhibition: The relationship between music and visual art has been both sustained and profound.

“All The Labor: The Gourds”
wraps up the music film part of the program in the closing days
of the exhibition.

For nearly two decades, the Gourds have been the musical
distillation of Austin itself: A label-defying, unpretentious,
gregarious gang of friends whose primary motive is to have fun and
create great music together. ALL THE LABOR captures The Gourds’
enduring brotherhood and magnetic musicianship through candid
conversations, raucous performances, on-tour media interviews
and reflections and insight from friends and family.

In The Lifeguard, a former valedictorian quits her job as a reporter in New York and returns to the place she last felt happy: her childhood home in Connecticut. At age 29, Leigh (Kristen Bell) decides, rather quickly and rather selfishly, to move back in with her parents. She is having an existential crisis and life just hasn’t turned out the way that she had hoped it would. “Dramedy” ensues.

Beatles- “IT WAS 50 YEARS AGO TODAY…”

Friday,Feb 7 to Sunday,Feb 9

Bay St. Theatre, Sag Harbor, NY
Special weekend celebrating the arrival of THE BEATLES to America!

Fri., Feb. 7 8 pmLEGENDS: THE BEATLES, a film by Joe Lauro. $15

Sat., Feb. 8 8 pmCELEBRATING THE BEATLES , a concert with East End Musicians playing songs from The Beatles. $25 advance; $35 day of event. The evening is hosted by Cynthia Daniels (host of Monk Music Radio)

Sun., Feb. 9 7 pmTHE BEATLES ON ED SULLIVAN, watch the original 1964 show on the big screen! $5

Buskin and Batteau

Sunday,Feb 9

4p.m.Acoustic Celebration, Ridgefield CT

David Buskin and Robin Batteau will be back in Ridgefield performing for the Acoustic Celebration on Sunday, Feb 9 at 4p.m. The duo, which actually consists of three, includes percussionist Marshall Rosenberg. They have been making music togethersince the late 1970s. While they spring from the folk tradition, today their music is more pop than folk, more lush than spare. Both are master musicians apart from their songwriting abilities, David on keys and Robin on violin. The Washington Post describes them as “…an amalgam of melodic, sensual pop, folkie grit and killer wit.”

BEAUTIFUL SPECTACLE 3

Friday,Feb 7

8PM to Midnight

Presented by The FC Beat Magazine and The Factory Underground Studios

Spectacle 3 celebrates a diversity of arts, and has food and, libations from area restaurants. This year, four live music acts: Edisun, Funky Dawgz Brass Band, Karen Zimmer, and JPiFF, (plus DjGroove Seven spinning in the gallery all night), with dancing, and drawings for tickets to: FTC, The Capitol Theatre, and Ridgefield Playhouse. Also, pole performance by Work It Dance & Fitness, and Belly Dancing by Tava.

Preview “A Beautiful Crime II,” an exhibit of works by some of the east coast’s most renowned street artists. The full show will open in March, at Read’s Art Space, 1042 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT.

CLANNAD

Thursday,Feb 6

Thursday, 8PMThe Ridgefield Playhouse

In a career spanning four decades, Irish musical group Clannad has created a musical style that entwines traditional and modern elements with their native country’s past and future. The group has sold more than fifteen million records worldwide. Clannad has won awards including: a GRAMMY, a BAFTA, an Ivor Novello, and Billboard’s “World Song of the Year.”

Amnesty, Human Rights Concert

Wednesday,Feb 5

Amnesty International Bringing Human Rights Home Concert

Barclays Center, Brooklyn NY

Amnesty International’s Bringing Human Rights Home concert
at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center will take place, Wednesday, February 5 at 8pm ET
and features Imagine Dragons, The Flaming Lips, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Tegan and Sara,
The Fray, Cold War Kids, Colbie Caillat and Cake – each will perform,
with Madonna introducing members of Pussy Riot. Blondie, Bob Geldof,
Yoko Ono and Susan Sarandon will be on hand. Expect more guests and surprises.
Pre-taped video messages from Peter Gabriel and Sting will be shown as they
pass the torch of human rights activism to a new generation of artist-activists.

Amnesty International is a Nobel Peace Prize-winning grassroots activist
organization with more than 3 million members in more than 150 countries
campaigning for human rights worldwide. The organization investigates
and exposes abuses, educates and mobilizes the public, and works
to protect people wherever justice, freedom, truth and dignity are denied.

Women’s Center- “Hearts of Hope” Breakfast

Wednesday,Feb 5

Wednesday, 7:30-9:00 AM

(Snow date: Thursday, February 6th)

Fox Hill Inn, 275 Federal Road, Brookfield, CT

$25 per person, or $250 to host a table of 10

Special Guest Speaker Cathy Bristow, founder & principal of NYC-based consulting firm BRIDGES, was the first woman, and African American Chief Union Negotiator, in the wine industry, and first African American woman to receive a Daughters of American Revolution Award.

The Women’s Center provides free and confidential services to prevent or lessen the trauma associated with domestic violence, sexual assault, and other major life transitions to thousands of women, children, and men annually.

The Audio Video Experiment Film Festival

Friday,Jan 31 to Saturday,Feb 1

The University of Bridgeport’s Schelfault Gallery

A first annual new media show presenting experimental film and video. This multimedia show features video and film running on many different screens; different formats of film, for approximately 3 to 4 hours or the duration of the event. Screens will be put up at different points of the room. Filmmakers can bring their films for an impromptu screening.

Caravan of Thieves- Huntington Folk

Saturday,Feb 1

Saturday, Open Mike at 7:30PM – Performer at 8:30PM

If Django Reinhardt, the cast of Stomp and the Beatles all had a party at Tim Burton’s house, New England’s Caravan of Thieves would be the band they hired. Driving gypsy jazz rhythms, acoustic guitars, upright bass and violin lay the foundation for mesmerizing vocal harmonies and fantastic stories.

Playwriting Contest

Wednesday,Jan 1 to Friday,Jan 31

Slant of Light ProductionsOPEN TO ALL AGES

Slant of Light Productions is currently accepting submissions for its SNAPSHOTS Program Writing Contest. The winning pieces will receive a complete workshop of the piece within Slant of Light Productions, as well as a space in the 2013/2014 SNAPSHOTS Program, with it’s writer credited as playwright.

“SNAPSHOTS” teaches students the value of a high self-worth. High self esteem in teens promotes emotional and physical safety by combatting dangerous personal behaviors and belief systems. They educate students about relevant social issues including eating disorders, domestic violence, bullying, sexuality, and drug abuse, providing snapshots of these epidemics in theatrical form.

Submission Guidelines:

*submissions are accepted from ALL ages, we encourage high school, and college age students to submit pieces*

*they must be approximately 45 minutes in length*

*and they must explore specific social topics, focusing on elementary, middle, high school, or college age students*

Author Max Blumenthal on Middle East

Monday,Jan 27

Monday, 5pm

“Declining Prospects for Peace in the Middle East,”
Central Connecticut State University,

New York Times bestselling author Max Blumenthal, whose most recent book, Goliath: Life and Loathing in Greater Israel, was dubbed by Chris Hedges as “one of the most fearless and honest books ever written about Israel.” The event is free and open to the public.

Texas Shorts

Thursday,Jan 1 to Wednesday,Jan 22

7pm, Wednesday
“Texas Shorts Program II”
TEXAS IS BIG, but the films are short!
A selection of some the best short film projects funded by: The Austin Film Society, Texas Film Commission and The Houston Film Commission
Bethel Cinema, 269 Greenwood Ave., Bethel, CT

Acoustic Celebration- Tim Grimm

Sunday,Jan 19

Tim Grimm from Indiana has toured and recorded with his friend, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott,appeared with Harrison Ford in the film Clear and Present Danger, and has shared the stage with writer and poet Wendell Berry. His recording, The Back Fields was named Best Americana Album in 2006 at the Just Plain Folks Music Awards in Los Angeles.

Tim will perform along with Ben Bedford (www.BenBedford.com) for the Acoustic Celebration, Sun. Jan 19 at 4:00 p.m. in North Hall of St. Stephen’s Church, 351 Main St, Ridgefield, CT.

WPKN Music on Film- Gram Parsons

Monday,Jan 13

WPKN Music on Film Series Presents:

Gram Parsons Fallen Angel

The Bijou Theatre, Bridgeport, CT

On September 19, 1973, the musician and heir to a million-dollar fortune died under the influence of drugs and alcohol near his favorite place – the Joshua Tree National Monument in the Californian desert. As the founder of the Flying Burrito Brothers, a member of the hit-making, legendary Byrds, an important influence on the Rolling Stones and the man who catapulted Emmylou Harris to fame, Gram Parsons made music history in only a few years.

“Live Magazine at the Falls”

Sunday,Jan 12

Derek Bolcer is with us at “Live Magazine at the Falls” at Cobb’s Mill on Sunday, January 12, 4pm. Derek is one helluva talented guy whose incantations on love and hurt and life are profoundly true and touching. He calls it “Slam” poetry. We call it, “Stop ad Listen” material. It will be an afternoon of stories, a staged play, a word game from “found art” and original music.WPKN’s Richard Epstein will be making his first appearance on alto sax with Duncan Christy, who composed the original music and plays piano and guitar.

Access Health CT- Bethel

Wednesday,Jan 8

MoveOn Civic Action

Host: Mary L.

Where: Bethel Library, 189 Greenwood Ave (in Bethel, CT)

When: Wednesday, January 8th, 4:00 PM

What: Certified Assisters and Brokers from Access Health CT will be at Bethel Library 1/8/14 to answer your questions and help you enroll for the new health care insurance options under the Affordable Care Act. Attendees can ensure that they get covered under the new health care law!

NEW HAVEN TOYS FOR TOTS

Saturday,Nov 16 to Sunday,Dec 22

Long Wharf Theatre will be a Toys for Tots drop-off center from now through December 22, 2013.

Members of the community can drop new, unwrapped toys in collection boxes at Long Wharf Theatre, from 10 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday, or up until show time on performance days. Marines pick up these toys and store them in central warehouses where they are sorted by age and gender. At Christmas, the United States Marines, with the assistance of local social welfare agencies, church groups, and other local community agencies, distribute the toys to the less fortunate children of the community.

Film & Discussion “Our Children At Risk”

Wednesday,Dec 11

Wednesday, 7 PM

Open to the public

Milford Library, Milford,CT

The Film’s focus is on toxic chemical exposures, such as pesticides, and the ill health effects to children, infants, and our environment. Dr. Jerry Silbert, trained in pathology, laboratory medicine, and environmental health, will facilitate the discussion.

Cornwall Contra Dance

Saturday,Dec 7

Swing into the Holidays at the Cornwall Community Contra Dance on Saturday, December 7th, 7:00PM, at the Cornwall Town Hall, Cornwall, CT. Live old timey music from Still the Homegrown Band, with teaching and calling by Patricia Campbell. All ages welcome. No partner, OR experience necessary! A donation is requested to pay the caller. For information call Jane at: 860-672-6101.

TARRYWILE ARTISAN CRAFT FAIR

Sunday,Dec 1

10 AM – 3 PM

The Friends of Tarrywile are hosting their annual Artisan Craft Fair just in time for holiday shopping.

Tarrywile Park is 537 acres of mostly dense forest and open fields, sprinkled with streams, ponds, and orchards. Tarrywile Mansion and Hearthstone Castle are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Saturday,Nov 30

Small Business Saturday is an American shopping “holiday” held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving during one of the busiest shopping periods of the year. First observed on November 27, 2010, it is a counterpart to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, which feature big box retail and e-commerce stores respectively. By contrast, Small Business Saturday encourages holiday shoppers to patronize brick and mortar businesses that are small and local.

In 2010 the holiday was conceived and promoted by American Express via a nationwide radio and television advertising campaign. OK, it was conceived by a mega-multinational but, it’s still a good idea. A good day to buy from and support the small merchants in your community.

Music of Grappelli

On November 24th, an homage to the music of Stephane Grappelli,
jazz violin virtuoso. Along with Django Reinhardt, Grappelli
founded The Quintette of the Hot Club de France, active from 1934 to 1948.

Music of Grappelli is led by bassist Jon Burr (www.jonburr.com), who
performed with the Stephane Grappelli Trio from 1986 through 1997.
Joining him are Howard Alden (www.howardalden.com), who created and
performed the guitar style of the Django Reinhardt in Woody Allen’s film,
“Sweet and Low Down”; Jonathan Russell (www.jonathanjazz.net),
jazz violinist and composer; and Bria Skonberg, the
trumpeter/cornetist/vocalist, the Downbeat Rising Star of 2013.

SURVIVING MOMMIE DEAREST

The Edgerton Center presents Surviving Mommie Dearest – A Conversation with Christina Crawford– on the Campus of Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut on Saturday, November 23, 8pm.

Christina Crawford, Joan Crawford’s daughter, will introduce her bio-pic film documentary, the after the screening she’ll return to the stage for a Q&A. Christina Crawford is an internationally recognized, best-selling author and advocate for adoption reform, the rights of women and children, and a pioneer in making family violence an issue of national concern.

JOCELYN MEDINA QUARTET

Friday,Nov 22

8pm
The Milford Arts Council presents vocalist/composer Jocelyn Medina.
Her music crosses cultures, creeds and continents.Jocelyn’s original music fuses
elements of Brazil, Spain, Africa and India with jazz harmonies, funk grooves
and adventurous improvisations delivered through compelling lyrics and a distinct sound.

FILM: “Brilliant Mistakes”

Wednesday,Nov 20

7pm Wednesday

Directed & Produced In CT

Film, Q&A and After Party

Marcus Wright (Daniel Dambroff), a young English teacher from a quiet New England town is in love with Gabby (Elise McNamara). In a strange twist of fait, their lives are ripped apart by tragic events, spiraling Marcus’s life out of control. He stumbles into a new friendship with a young author named Elliot. Marcus and Elliot are drawn together at a support group where they are forced to meet the realities of their own personal tragedies. Here, they forge a strong kinship, neither of them knowing they each share a connection much closer than they realize.

“America’s Music”: Film History Series

Monday,Nov 18

Fairfield University invites the public to “America’s Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway,” a series of documentary screenings and scholar-led discussions on 20th century American popular music at the University’s DiMenna-Nyselius Library. Events are free and open to the public.

Designed for a general audience, “America’s Music” will introduce genres of American popular music that are deeply connected to the history, culture, and geography of the United States.

Each hour-long session focuses on a uniquely American genre, including Broadway, jazz, bluegrass and country, rock ‘n’ roll, and hip hop. They will take place in the Library’s MultiMedia Room.

TAJ MAHAL – WORLD BLUES

with Vusi Mahlasela and Fredericks Brown
Quick Center for Arts

Saturday, 8 pm

7:15 p.m. – Pre-performance discussion with Brian Torff, Fairfield University professor of music

World Blues is a celebration of American blues music’s global influence, as seen from three very diverse points of view and three international points of origin.

Anchored by iconic folk-blues legend Taj Mahal, the evening will also feature the soulful South African blues of guitarist/vocalist Vusi Mahlasela and the more modern rock-and-roll perspective of Fredericks Brown, a New Zealand-based band featuring Taj’s daughter, Deva Mahal.

FILM- “CASTING BY”

Friday,Nov 15

Friday, 7:30pm

The Ridgefield Playhouse Film Society presents “Casting By,”. The feature documentary, puts the spotlight on the casting director and takes us on a fast-paced journey through the last 50 years of Hollywood history.

“Casting By” received awards at the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival, the 2012 New York Film Festival and the 2013 Los Angeles Film Festival and won the Audience Award at the 2013 Sebastapol Film Festival.

At the Q&A following the screening, producer/director Tom Donohue, editor Jill Schweitzer, executive producer John Balis, and casting director Gretchen Rennell, will discuss the importance of the casting director in filmmaking.

Author Event-“Lincoln in the World”

Tuesday,Nov 12

Books on the Common and the Ridgefield Library are pleased to host another evening In a series featuring distinguished Ridgefield High School graduates. This Tuesday the speaker will be Kevin Peraino who, after reporting for Newsweek all over the Middle East for more than a decade, turned his efforts to historical scholarship—focusing on Lincoln. He will discuss and read from his recently published book “Lincoln in the World” which reveals how Lincoln dealt with several major foreign policy goals despite being direly pressed by domestic matters.

The event will begin at 7:30 at the temporary headquarters of the Ridgefield Library. Light refreshments will be served and books will be available for signing by the author.

Please RSVP By December 1, 2013.
Contact: info@northforkaudubon.org or

631-477-6456

Film- Good Old Freda

Friday,Nov 8

7:30 pm

Danbury Palace, Danbury CT

50 years ago, a shy Liverpudlian named Freda Kelly was asked to work for young local band who were hoping to make it big. Although she had no idea how far they would go, Freda had faith in them.In GOOD OL’FREDA, Freda shares her insider’s perspective on the Beatles… the band that changed the world.

Greg Trooper’s eleventh album, “Upside-Down Town” was released in 2011 to widespread kudos. His songs have been recorded by Steve Earle, Vince gill, Billy Bragg and many others.His music is a combination of roots rock and Americana with bluesy overtones influenced by the sounds of Memphis, greenwich village and Nashville.

Free State-Sponsored Forum : Long-Term Care Insurance

North Haven Tuesday,Nov 12 to Saturday,Oct 12

Free State-Sponsored Forum

on Long-Term Care Insurance and Retirement Planning

You can learn about planning for future long-term care costs at the public forum, “The Missing Link in Retirement Planning – Why and When to Consider Long-Term Care Insurance.”It will be held November 12th , 6pm, at the North Haven Holiday Inn, 201 Washington Avenue, North Haven.

The State of Connecticut and the South Central CT Area Agency on Aging, will present this free, two-hour session.The program is open to the general public.No insurance sales will take place.

Attendees will gain a better understanding of: (1) the risks and costs of nursing home and home care and why it’s important to consider these factors in retirement planning; (2) what you need to know before buying long-term care insurance; and (3) the State’s innovative program, the Connecticut Partnership for Long-Term Care.

The forum will benefit those between 40 and 65 years of age that have (or plan to have) assets of at least $75,000 (excluding car and home).

You can register for this forum on long-term care insurance at 1-800-547-3443 or visit www.ctpartnership.org.

José Feliciano is recognized as the first Latin Artist to cross over into the English music market, opening the doors for other artists who now play an important role in the American music industry. He’s been awarded over forty-five Gold and Platinum records; he has won nineteen Grammy nominations, earning nine Grammy Awards, including the LARAS Award for Lifetime Achievement. WPKN (89.5 FM) is a media partner. Tickets are $75, $65, and $55.

Free, secure parking is available. Access for people with disabilities is available throughout the Quick Center. Hearing amplification devices are available upon request at the Box Office.

The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts, Fairfield University

1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield, CT.

For further information and directions:l (203) 254-4010 or 1-877-278-7396, ort www.quickcenter.com

St. Vincent Farm Stand- B’port, CT NOON-4PM

Tuesday,Sep 24

Every Tuesday, July-October, 12pm-4pm.
07/09 To 10/29

Located in main entrance of St. Vincent’s Medical Center
(2800 Main St., Bridgeport, CT)

Info- 203-226-1112, Email-Leah@wholesomewave.org

WIC and SNAP accepted at double value (spend $5 in SNAP, WIC Cash Value Vouchers, WIC or Senior Farmers market Nutrition Program checks, and get $10 to spend on fresh fruits and vegetables). Debit and Credit also accepted.

The Newtown Arts Festival offers a diverse selection of artistic presentations and learning opportunities in an effort to connect the community with the artists that live among them. Many demonstations, workshops and family activities.

Band Together: Motown Concert

Saturday,Sep 21

8pm – 11pm
The Bijou Theatre, Bridgeport, CT

Band Together is back again and will be performingin concert to support the Cardinal Shehan Center’s After School and Sunday Program. Show’s theme: Motown! General: $35 Doors open at 7:00pm with pre-party and complimentary wine bar.

BETHEL FARMERS’ MARKET 4-7PM

Thursday,Sep 19

The Municipal Center Community Marketplace & Farmer’s Market is held every Thursday (rain or shine) from 4pm to 7pm. on the lawn of the Municipal Center. June through September. You can make Thursday evenings your downtown night by shopping the market, dining at the market or downtown at any of our eating establishments, enjoy music or other activities each week.

East Side Farm Stand, B’port 10am-2pm

WIC and SNAP accepted at double value (spend $5 in SNAP, WIC Cash Value Vouchers, WIC or Senior Farmers market Nutrition Program checks, and get $10 to spend on fresh fruits and vegetables).

Debit and Credit also accepted.

WPKN- MUSIC MASH ’13

Saturday,Sep 7

A Record Fair and Sale

LPs, CDs and Memorabilia

Fairfield Theatre Company Annex, 70 Sanford St., Fairfield, CT.

Early Bird hours– 8 to 10am with $20 admission for hardcore collectors.

The show opens at 10 and runs ‘til 5:30pm. Admission is $5 and kids under 12 are free.

We’re expecting the regions top vendors. WPKN has roughly 1000 LP’s and CDs to sell, including a private gift of near mint collectable LP’s that are valued at around $10,000.

Vendors- there tables are still available but get in touch now to insure a spot!

There’ll be music by PKN programmers, gourmet food trucks, a vintage clothing vendor and many special guests at the WPKN booth: Chris & Tina Weymouth from the Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club, Hilton Valentine fromThe Animals, Rusty Ford of Lothar & the Hand People, Charlie Karp a member of theBuddy Miles Express and others.

The FTC Annex is an easy walk to the MetroNorth train Station and unlimited, free weekend parking.

Check out wpkn.org for information, news and updates on WPKN’s MUSIC MASH 2013.

Back by popular demand, Trinity Episcopal Church in Southport is one again hosting an old-fashioned “drive-in” movie with a free showing of the Disney/Pixar family classic “Finding Nemo” under the stars on Saturday night, August 24th, beginning at 7:30 p.m.

Residents of Fairfield, Southport and the surrounding area are welcome to attend the drive-in, which will be held in Trinity’s spacious parking lot on the corner of Pequot Avenue and Center Street. No affiliation with the Church is required.

Timed at the end of the summer and just before school starts, this free event marks the second time that Trinity will be holding this community-wide event. The movie, which will appear on two giant screens outdoors, tells the story of the over-protective clownfish named Marlin (Albert Brooks) who, along with a regal tang named Dory (Ellen DeGeneres), searches for his abducted son Nemo (Alexander Gould) all the way to Sydney Harbour. The film received universal critical acclaim and won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, and was nominated in three more categories including Best Original Screenplay. A sequel is currently in development, set to be released in November 2015.

“ Our first Drive-In Movie Night last year was fantastic,” said Dawn Stegelmann, Associate Rector at Trinity Church. “It brought people — and classic car models — in our community together in a good old-fashioned style with a beloved family movie for all ages. This year’s event builds on that success and gives our neighbors even more reasons to come out and celebrate the end of summer as a community.”

Trinity is partnering together with local community businesses to make the evening a success – from the pizza to the popcorn to the soda and ice cream and even the film. Bring your pick-up or pack the kids up in the station-wagon, minivan, or car. Don’t forget a few lawn chairs and maybe a blanket or two for some old-fashioned fun the whole family can enjoy!

The summer, drive-in movie is part of a series of community events sponsored by Trinity called, “Southport Sound and Vision.” Additional events will be announced in the weeks ahead.

About Trinity Episcopal Church

Trinity Church has been a center of worship and Christian community since 1724. Trinity offers many occasions when parishioners of all ages come together as a community for fellowship and friendship. Our Community is about what we do and what we offer that benefits not only our Trinity community but also the community at large. Trinity welcomes all people: our doors are open every day, all day, for prayer and rest.

Fairfield Summer Concerts present GUNSMOKE

Fairfield Summer Concert Series 2013 presents GUNSMOKE. Enjoy an evening of country music in the park.

Ray & Jay’s Music for All at the Levitt Pavilion

Levitt Pavilion, Westport, CT Wednesday,Jul 10 at 7 to 8:30 p.m.

A fun program for everyone with lots of fun music!

DARIEN’S GOT TALENT

Darien High School on High School Lane Saturday,Jun 29 at 7:30 p.m.

The Darien Arts Center will be holding its second annual Darien’s Got Talent event on Saturday, June 29, at 7:30 p.m., at the Darien High School on High School Lane in Darien. Twenty contestants will compete for cash prizes and the chance to get discovered!

This is a fund-raising event for the Darien Arts Center. This nonprofit organization offers educational programming in dance, visual arts, theatre, and music, as well as productions from its performing arts wing, DAC Stage. Proceeds from the event, as well as private donations, tuition fees, and ticket sales, go toward funding these creative endeavors and help to continue the ongoing efforts of the DAC.

Darien Arts Center
2 Renshaw Road
Darien, CT 06820

The Buttonwood Tree

North End Arts Rising, Inc. (NEAR) is a nonprofit arts organization located in the Historic North End Arts District of Middletown. Known as The Buttonwood Tree (TBT), we serve the community by providing unique arts programming in the areas of visual art, music, poetry, dance, film and more. Check out the Events Calendar and list of upcoming events to find out who’s playing when, and to reserve your seat. Some events fill up fast, so don’t delay!

WPKN (89.5 FM) is a 100% non-commercial, listener-supported radio station broadcasting at 89.5 FM in Bridgeport, Connecticut. WPKN's programming can also be heard on the internet as a live audio stream.